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Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

A document detailing major terror attacks orchestrated from across the border between 1947 and 2025 was released on Wednesday by NatSrat, a think tank, to coincide with the 17th anniversary of the......

'Terrorism Is Always Waiting To Re-Emerge'

'The elimination of terrorists does not imply the neutralisation of terrorism. That terrorist ecosystem continues to thrive in Kashmir.' IMAGE: Police officers and forensic technicians work at the......

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

'He knew the world's eyes were on him and he had to speak directly to the fears that immigrants in New York feel right now.' IMAGE: New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani holds a press......

Rajiv Gandhi-Bhindranwale meeting was called off twice

In the early 1980s, one of Punjab's most turbulent periods, then Congress MP Captain Amarinder Singh was tasked by Rajiv Gandhi with a critical mission -- arranging a meeting with Khalistani......

Stubble burning: Why can't some farmers be arrested, asks SC

Concerned over the usual spike in pollution levels in winter, the Supreme Court asked the Punjab government on Wednesday why some errant farmers should not be arrested for indulging in stubble......

India's legacy liquor brands raise a toast to growth, reinvention

By 10 am, Rakshit N Jagdale is already deep into the rhythm of the day, which promises to be a carousel of meetings, calls, and strategic decisions. Photograph: Kind courtesy, Amrut As managing......

NPAs in agriculture sector stay high amid loan-saturation concerns

Bad loans in the agriculture sector remain elevated, with several public-sector banks (PSBs) reporting higher slippages in the April-June quarter of FY26. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff For......

40K Taxpayers Withdraw Bogus Claims of 1,045 Crore

I-T dept said move came after a series of outreach efforts, including SMS alerts, emails, and physical programmes, were made across various locations, nudging taxpayers towards voluntary......

The India Story: 90% Work In Progress

From highways connecting once-remote regions to aviation networks carrying millions, India's infrastructure story is one of transformation. IMAGE: Union Minister of Roads, Transport and Highways......

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

By democratising access to finance, empowering women and marginalised groups, and adapting to India's diverse regional landscapes, PMMY has helped fortify the country's grassroots growth engines,......

'We Used Dharamji's Poem In Ikkis'

'When he was not shooting, he was telling us stories and anecdotes. And reciting poems.' IMAGE: Dharmendra on the Ikkis poster. Photograph: Kind courtesy Maddock Films/Instagram Dharmendra worked......

Love in Vietnam Review: Corny Romance

For a story about sweethearts and heartache, it's a pity that you will likely forget Love In Vietnam in a heartbeat, notes Mayur Sanap. What's worse than a bad film? It's the film that's going......

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.''Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us......

SMAT: Rahane sizzles for Mumbai; Shami's 4-fer in vain

IMAGE: Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami finished his campaign in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy national T20 tournament with 16 wickets. Photograph: ANI Photo Senior batter Ajinkya Rahane struck a......

Ranji Roundup: J&K seize control as Hyderabad collapse

IMAGE: Anuj Tiwary anchors Chhattisgarh’s Day 1 fight with a solid knock. Photograph: BCCI Domestic/X Jammu and Kashmir take control against Hyderabad As many as 16 wickets fell on the opening......

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

A summary of Sunday's action in the Ranji Trophy Elite group matches. IMAGE: Karun Nair smashed 233 on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy match against Kerala -- his second century in a row. Photograph:......

ISL deadlock: Clubs run out of patience with AIFF!

'The lack of communication from the AIFF has been deeply disappointing, and the silence surrounding this matter has caused further erosion of confidence among clubs and other stakeholders.' IMAGE:......

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Photograph: BCCI Gujarat Titans thrashed Delhi Capitals by an emphatic 10-wicket margin to qualify for the IPL 2025 play-offs on Sunday. Titans' victory meant that Royal Challengers Bengaluru and......